Let me start from the beginnin', at the top of the list

Released: 2005 • Features: Diddy “Breathe, Stretch, Shake,” by Harlem-born Mase featuring industry titan Diddy, is a triumphant return anthem that celebrates Mase’s comeback to the rap game after a five-year hiatus. Through hard-hitting bars interwoven with complex hip-hop linguistics,…

Released: 1996 “Smoke Buddah” by Redman is a classic hip-hop anthem paying homage to the ‘smoker’s lifestyle’, intertwined with Redman’s signature lyrical dexterity and off-kilter humor. It touches on the themes of camaraderie, marijuana use, and street life,…

Released: 1995 “Runnin'” by The Pharcyde tells a compelling tale of persistent struggles — the unending hustle and the discombobulation the struggle brings with it. At its core, it speaks about the existential challenges of growing up, the…

Released: 1988 • Features: Dr. Dre, MC Ren “Eazy-Duz-It” is a raw, unfiltered look into the rugged street life of Compton, a narrative straight from the heart of gangsta rap pioneer himself, Eazy-E. This 1988 hit single, produced by Dr.…

Released: 2016 • Features: Sonny Digital Let’s dive into the gritty streets and ambitious hustles as etched in the hard-hitting lyrics of the track “I’m The Man” by 50 Cent featuring Sonny Digital. This track is 50’s powerful testament about…

Released: 1993 “Gimme That Nutt” by Eazy-E is a brazen exploration of the rapper’s sexual escapades and a testament to his boastful nature. The lyrics are filled with graphic descriptions and explicit language that reflects his unapologetic approach…

Released: 2005Features: The Game, Tony Yayo, Young Buck, Lloyd Banks”Hate It Or Love It”, by 50 Cent and The Game, is a quintessential hip-hop anthem that dwells deep into the harsh truths of the street life while simultaneously…

Released: 1997 • Features: Diddy “Lookin’ at Me” by Mase featuring Puff Daddy, is a braggadocious track that takes aim at the haters while celebrating success in the rap game. The lyrics weave together a story about street credibility, wealth,…

Released: 2003 • Features: Nate Dogg We kickin’ it off with the certified G-Unit classic, “21 Questions” by the sensational 50 Cent, featuring the incomparable Nate Dogg spittin’ heavenly hooks. This joint is a heartfelt query into the depths of…

Released: 2019 “Circles” by Post Malone presents a raw and emotive exploration of a faltering and cyclical romantic relationship. The overarching theme of the song revolves around a love that’s grown cold, a flame that despite efforts can’t…

Released: 2023 • Features: Los Tucanes De Tijuana, Eden Muñoz At the heart of “La Tierra del Corrido – Spotify Singles” by the Fuerza Regida, featuring Los Tucanes De Tijuana, Eden Muñoz is a celebration of heritage, culture, and the…

Released: 2023 • Features: Manuel Turizo “Una Cerveza” by Fuerza Regida, featuring Manuel Turizo, is a melancholic journey exploring one man’s love lost and his attempts to drown his sorrows. Through the lyrics, the artist paints a vivid picture of…

Released: 1991 “Buggin’ Out” by A Tribe Called Quest (ATCQ) is a hip-hop classic that dropped from their iconic album “The Low End Theory”. Featuring the lyrics of Phife Dawg and Q-Tip, the song is a lyrical exhibit…

Released: 2022 • Features: Alfredo Olivas Immerse yourself in the raw world of “Me Tocó Morir,” (I Had to Die) by Fuerza Regida featuring Alfredo Olivas. This joint right here, it’s a gripping tale of life and death in the…

Released: 2023 “SABOR FRESA” by Fuerza Regida is a vivacious track, chock-full of party vibes, swagger and street lingo. As we disembark on this lyrical exploration, the song presents itself as a vibrant testament to youthful indulgence, with…

Released: 1991 “Vibes and Stuff” by A Tribe Called Quest is an iconic track that beautifully embodies the hip-hop ethos. It’s a lyrical journey through the highs and lows of the rap game, with a strong message of…

Released: 2018 • Features: Too $hort In the track “Ain’t Got No Haters” by Ice Cube featuring Too $hort, a staple of West Coast hip-hop, the duo assert their dominance in the game, highlighting their success and status while dismissing…

Released: 1994Features: Das EFX Aight, let’s go deep into “Check Yo Self,” by Ice Cube featuring Das EFX. This ain’t some pop chart remix, this here’s a track that expands and flips the original like a scratch on…

Released: 2000 • Features: Mack 10, Ms. Toi Let’s get into “You Can Do It,” a fiery cut from Ice Cube featuring Mack 10 and Ms. Toi. This late ’90s bop ain’t your typical hip-hop jawn, but a celebration of…

Released: 1990 Let’s take it back to the golden era of hip-hop with “Luck of Lucien,” a classic joint by A Tribe Called Quest. This track off their seminal album “People’s Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm”…

Released: 2022 “GINÉ” by 6ix9ine paints an overt picture of street violence, bravado, and retaliation set within the paradoxical landscape of hip-hop’s fame and success. The lyrics are both a battle cry and a pointed finger, boasting of…

Released: 2023 • Features: Lenier “Dueño” by 6ix9ine featuring Lenier is an edgy, flirtatious number peppered with street slangs and casual undertones, underpinned by a reggaeton beat. The narrative explores the provocative encounter between the singer and a woman he…

Released: 2018 • Features: Tory Lanez, Young Thug “RONDO” by 6ix9ine, featuring Tory Lanez and Young Thug, is a charged and assertive anthem heralding the bravado and swag associated with the self-affirming aspects of hip-hop culture. The track’s lyrics revolve…

Released: 1991 Get ready for a lyrical odyssey as we unpack A Tribe Called Quest’s “Excursions,” an alchemic mix of jazzy beats, astute rhymes, and reflective musings. This jam, which kicks off their seminal 1991 album “The Low…

Released: 2023 • Features: Yailin la Mas Viral, Kodak Black “SHAKA LAKA” is a hard-hitting collaboration between 6ix9ine, Yailin la Mas Viral, and Kodak Black, delivering a relentless commentary on street life, boasting about power and control, and confrontational taunts.…

Released: 1991 Let’s kick it with “Butter” by A Tribe Called Quest, a joint filled with hooks and rhymes that play out like a hip-hop rendition of high school heartbreak tales. The lyrics follow the teenage adventures of…

Released: 1998 Let’s explore “Like It Like That”, an infectious cut by the trailblazing and ever-innovative collective, A Tribe Called Quest. The crafters of this anthem have created a charismatic club banger where they interweave their reflections of…

Released: 2003 “In Da Club” by 50 Cent is a bold proclamation of celebration, excess lifestyle, ambition, and resilience. This hip-hop anthem is filled with expressions of material wealth, sexual prowess, and bravado, which are hallmarks of 50’s…

Released: 2013 • Features: Tyler, The Creator “Whoa” by Earl Sweatshirt and Tyler, The Creator is a raw, fiery diss track aimed at critics and competitors. It showcases the artists’ ferocious lyrical prowess, their twisted humor and their unapologetic attitude…

Released: 2013 • Features: Frank Ocean “Sunday” by Earl Sweatshirt, featuring Frank Ocean, is a somber reflection of relationships, fame, and self-awareness. The track dips into the minds of these two artistes as they grapple with their personal struggles, introspections,…

Released: 2023 • Features: The Alchemist “Mac Deuce” sees Earl Sweatshirt, a key figure in the new school of emotive hip-hop, swap verses with the legendary Alchemist over a mesmerizing beat. The narrative of the song revolves around reflection and…

Released: 2013 • Features: Vince Staples, Casey Veggies “Hive” is a gritty and raw track by Earl Sweatshirt featuring, Vince Staples and Casey Veggies, painting a vivid, unapologetic picture of their experiences growing up in their respective neighborhoods in California.…

Released: 2023 • Features: The Alchemist “Vin Skully” is an introspective track off “The Alchemist, Earl Sweatshirt” where Earl breaks down his journey through life’s trials, tribulations and his own personal growth. Delivered over a haunting beat, the song is…

Released: 2018 Stepping up to the mic, Mac Miller laid down a contemplative track entitled “2009” that invites listeners into a nostalgic moment of personal growth. The song traverses Miller’s hip-hop journey, reflecting on the struggles he overcame…

Released: 1986Here we’re breaking down the Beastie Boys’ classic anthem, “Fight For Your Right.” This track is like a rebel yell, a shout-out to every young ‘un ever felt trapped by the confines of authority. It’s a middle…

Released: 2018 “Small Worlds” by Mac Miller is a deeply introspective and melancholic track, iteratively exploring the rapper’s personal struggles, gilded existence, and the profound isolation that shadows success. In Miller’s universe, it’s clear that fame doesn’t always…

Released: 2016 • Features: Ty Dolla $ign “Cinderella” by Mac Miller featuring Ty Dolla $ign is a tribute to their respective love interests, detailing the complexity of their relationships and their deep affection for the women they’re drawn to. The…

Released: 2018 “Come Back to Earth” by Mac Miller is a haunting look into the rapper’s struggles with mental health, depicting his desire for escape and his yearning for connection. It’s a track that vibrates with vulnerability as…

Released: 2010 One of the classic gems in Mac Miller’s catalog, “Knock Knock” celebrates youth, ambition, and the audacity of a rapper striving to turn his dreams into reality. While the song might initially hit you with its…

Released: 2015 Let’s dig into the depths of “Huey,” a track penned by the cerebral wordsmith, Earl Sweatshirt. This opening track off his album “I Don’t Like Shit, I Don’t Go Outside,” is a tour of Sweatshirt’s inner…

Released: 1994 • Features: Q-Tip “Get It Together” by Beastie Boys featuring Q-Tip from A Tribe Called Quest is a distinctive fusion of hip-hop styles showcasing sharp and playful lyricism. The song rolls out in an infectious head-nod rhythm with…